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Title: Tool Tubes
Post by: Cam3512 on June 28, 2015, 01:46:55 PM
I've been thinking about doing this for a while. The HB Stryker bags aren't exactly huge, and due to the semi rigid design are not great for heavy articles such as tools, etc.  Not long ago someone posted a link here for tool tubes - http://thetooltube.com/MegaTube.html.  I bought two - one for a nicely stocked tool roll and another for a gas bottle "just in case".  They fit perfectly behind the C-Bow mounts, and provide the space to carry the tools and gas.  Fast shipping, and they come with mounting "C" clamps, bolts, and wire ties.  I went with the lockable version (small Master locks included).  Bike is a '14 V7 Special.  I'm happy with the results.

(http://i1311.photobucket.com/albums/s674/Conklin3512/CONKLIN-PC/V7%20Special/Tube1_zpsqtlyc1ex.jpg) (http://s1311.photobucket.com/user/Conklin3512/media/CONKLIN-PC/V7%20Special/Tube1_zpsqtlyc1ex.jpg.html)

(http://i1311.photobucket.com/albums/s674/Conklin3512/CONKLIN-PC/V7%20Special/Tubes_zps2bg1ftcl.jpg) (http://s1311.photobucket.com/user/Conklin3512/media/CONKLIN-PC/V7%20Special/Tubes_zps2bg1ftcl.jpg.html)
Title: Re: Tool Tubes
Post by: Two Checks on June 28, 2015, 03:12:32 PM
The red suspender method would be to roll your own with PVC pipe.
Title: Re: Tool Tubes
Post by: Bonafide Bob on June 28, 2015, 03:15:10 PM
I've been thinking about doing this for a while. The HB Stryker bags aren't exactly huge, and due to the semi rigid design are not great for heavy articles such as tools, etc.  Not long ago someone posted a link here for tool tubes - http://thetooltube.com/MegaTube.html.  I bought two - one for a nicely stocked tool roll and another for a gas bottle "just in case".  They fit perfectly behind the C-Bow mounts, and provide the space to carry the tools and gas.  Fast shipping, and they come with mounting "C" clamps, bolts, and wire ties.  I went with the lockable version (small Master locks included).  Bike is a '14 V7 Special.  I'm happy with the results.

(http://i1311.photobucket.com/albums/s674/Conklin3512/CONKLIN-PC/V7%20Special/Tube1_zpsqtlyc1ex.jpg) (http://s1311.photobucket.com/user/Conklin3512/media/CONKLIN-PC/V7%20Special/Tube1_zpsqtlyc1ex.jpg.html)

(http://i1311.photobucket.com/albums/s674/Conklin3512/CONKLIN-PC/V7%20Special/Tubes_zps2bg1ftcl.jpg) (http://s1311.photobucket.com/user/Conklin3512/media/CONKLIN-PC/V7%20Special/Tubes_zps2bg1ftcl.jpg.html)


Looks good.

Title: Re: Tool Tubes
Post by: Two Checks on June 28, 2015, 03:29:45 PM
Word to the wise, nylon zip ties become brittle and break. I would use stainless hose clamps.
Title: Re: Tool Tubes
Post by: slopokes on June 28, 2015, 03:50:58 PM
 :copcar: red suspenders sez find a piece of 4" pvc pipe at any new home site(anything under 2' goes into the garbage) acouple of stainless hose clamps and a end cap(sometimes they r free too) and u r set.any left over spray paint is a bonus :boozing: :boozing: :boozing:
Title: Re: Tool Tubes
Post by: charlie b on June 28, 2015, 03:59:55 PM
I have one of the smaller tool tubes on mine.  I like it for those tools you need frequently (screwdriver, flashlight, rag, etc).  Nice to be able to get to the stuff without unpacking.

Yes, I've tried PVC methods (eg, I used one for carrying my tent poles).  I like the screw caps on these better.
Title: Re: Tool Tubes
Post by: Cam3512 on June 28, 2015, 04:11:08 PM
Word to the wise, nylon zip ties become brittle and break. I would use stainless hose clamps.

I know. There's at least one clamp on both sides (not shown) and several redundant wire ties. Easy enough to swap out.  Those large ones you see are just extra security.  I have no red suspenders - PVC with end caps would look like shit and be heavier.  Not worth my time.
Title: Re: Tool Tubes
Post by: lorazepam on June 28, 2015, 04:18:22 PM
Will one of those hold a bottle of bourbon?
Title: Re: Tool Tubes
Post by: Cam3512 on June 28, 2015, 04:22:13 PM
Will one of those hold a bottle of bourbon?

Definitely!